Who we are looking for
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer with a strong background in securing enterprise-scale cloud environments. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on expertise in AWS and Microsoft Azure, with the ability to design, implement, and govern cloud security controls across multi-cloud platforms.
The successful candidate will have strong experience with Terraform for Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Python for security automation, assessment, and remediation activities. They should be comfortable working with cross-functional teams, influencing cloud security strategy, and driving secure-by-design principles throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle.
Why This Role Is Important to Us
As organizations increasingly adopt cloud-native technologies, maintaining a strong security posture across multi-cloud environments is critical to protecting business assets, customer data, and regulatory compliance requirements.
The Senior Cloud Security Engineer will play a key role in strengthening our cloud security capabilities by establishing security guardrails, automating security controls, identifying risks, and enabling secure cloud adoption at scale.
What You Will Be Responsible For
Establish Secure Baseline configurations for all cloud services in scope
Ensure deliverables are completed within target timeframes and are consistently of high-quality, documented and support transition of operational activities
Implementing preventative and detective cloud security controls
Collaborating with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments
Supporting incident response and other downstream security operations teams in detection and remediation efforts
What We Value
Deep expertise in AWS and Azure cloud stack
Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Python
Solid understanding of cloud networking, identity and access management, encryption, secrets management, and security monitoring
Experience working in large-scale enterprise and multi-cloud environment
Education & Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Engineering, or a related discipline.
14+ years of overall IT experience with at least 8 years in Cloud Engineering/Security/Operations
Certifications like AWS Certified Security or Microsoft Cyber Security Architect or CCSP are highly desirable
Work Requirement
Hybrid: Expected to work from base office location 4 days in a week
Shift: Standard business hours with flexibility to support global stakeholders across multiple time zones
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
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